1.   Because of the lately heralded health benefits of olive oil and the popularity of Mediterranean cuisines, olives have truly come into their own.

2.   Long a staple in Mediterranean cuisines, fennel has made its way to the heartland of America.

3.   Mediterranean cuisine.

4.   Near the Inn at Roberts Grove, we dined one night at another nice resort, Luba Hati, whose restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine with a Caribbean touch.

5.   One of the best, the Babylon Grill, specializes in Mediterranean cuisine.

6.   Restaurants such as Pacchia, which dabbles in Mediterranean cuisine, have raised the bar.

7.   Sephardim, taking cues from Mediterranean cuisines, go in for bold spices and a mix of sweet and savory flavorings, with heat added by hot peppers.

8.   The foods of North Africa are heavily influenced by other Mediterranean cuisines, so olive oils, couscous and flat breads are common.

9.   The National Pasta Association reports higher sales of orzo, due to the emerging popularity of Mediterranean cuisine.

10.   The signature rustic Mediterranean cuisine designed by English cemented his national reputation and made him a culinary star.